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21 Grams

"21 Grams" is a concept originating from a 1907 experiment suggesting that the human soul weighs about 21 grams. While not scientifically proven, it has become a metaphor for the perceived weight of the human soul or the essence of life at the moment of death. It highlights the fragile and transient nature of life. In practical terms, it can also refer to the approximate weight of a small human organ or a typical scoop of sugar. Overall, it's a poetic way to consider the intangible aspects of human existence and mortality.